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First Things First

FOX Sports
NFL
Kansas City Chiefs
Lamar Jackson
Patrick Mahomes
New England Patriots
Philadelphia Eagles
Dallas Cowboys
Josh Allen
Baltimore Ravens
Jalen Hurts
Drake May
Super Bowl
NFL Playoffs
Victor Wembanyama
Buffalo Bills
New York Knicks
Drake Maye
Seattle Seahawks
Eagles
Green Bay Packers

First Things First airs Weekdays at 3 PM ET on FS1! Join Nick Wright, Chris Broussard and Kevin Wildes as they discuss the biggest stories in the world of sports. From LeBron James, to Patrick Mahomes, this show will bring you the first, and most incisive, opinions on the best sports stories.

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Latest Episodes

(0:00) Turkiye beats USA, Title Pie

(29:29) MVP Lamar Jackson coming back?

(40:18) How did Christian Pulisic do against Turkiye?

(45:42) Brazil struggles, USA confidence still high despite loss?

(01:06:28) Drake Maye disrespected, Is Patrick Maho... more

(0:00) LaMelo Ball traded to T-Wolves

(27:45) Does Pulisic need to play against Türkiye?

(43:05) LaMelo Ball trade impact the West?

(49:09) BUD List

(01:08:40) LeBron fit well on the Pistons?

(01:18:45) How important is USMNT staying undefeated?... more

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(0:00) Celtics still have Jaylen Brown, NBA Draft reaction

(27:22) Will Giannis regret joining the Heat?

(37:36) Like Joe Brady’s fit with the Bills?

(47:19) Nick’s World Cup Tiers

(01:05:42) Drake Maye’s mentality with Patriots

(01:18:27) Austin ... more

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(0:00) Portugal beat Uzbekistan 5-0, Cristiano Ronaldo scores brace

(23:05) How should the USA approach their game with Türkiye?

(32:08) Is this a historic World Cup Golden Boot race?

(40:49) NBA Draft preview

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Recent Guests

Mauricio Pochettino
US Men's National Team Manager
United States Soccer Federation
Episode: Spurs vs. Knicks Game 5 preview, ‘Must-Win’ for USMNT vs. Paraguay, Bosnia & Canada Draw
Dax McCarty
Former US Men's National Team midfielder
World Cup Corner analyst
Episode: Knicks up 3-1 vs. Spurs, Mexico beats South Africa, World Cup Power Rankings, Are the Finals over?
Al Harrington
Former NBA player, basketball analyst
Basketball analyst
Episode: Knicks vs. Spurs Game 4, No flagrant for Wemby shoving Brunson, Should Kyler start for the Vikings?
Jose Alvarado
NBA player (as referenced in discussion)
New Orleans Pelicans (mentioned)
Episode: Knicks vs. Spurs Game 4, No flagrant for Wemby shoving Brunson, Should Kyler start for the Vikings?
Carl Anthony Towns
Knicks opponent in discussion, ball handler and defender
Minnesota Timberwolves / Knicks opponent in this series
Episode: Spurs vs. Knicks Game 2 preview, Wemby or Brunson more confident, Baker Mayfield contract dispute
Dylan Harper
Spurs rookie guard, discussed as potential starter
San Antonio Spurs
Episode: Spurs vs. Knicks Game 2 preview, Wemby or Brunson more confident, Baker Mayfield contract dispute
Kevin O'Connor
Basketball analyst and former GM candidate, guest on show
The Ringer / ESPN+ panel
Episode: Spurs vs. Knicks Game 2 preview, Wemby or Brunson more confident, Baker Mayfield contract dispute
Sebastian Berhalter
US Men's National Team midfielder
US Soccer / World Cup Wednesday guest
Episode: Spurs vs. Knicks Game 1, Caleb Williams on Madden 27 cover, Sebastian Berhalter joins, Most to Gain
J Jared Weiss
Athletic NBA writer covering Spurs
The Athletic
Episode: Spurs vs. Knicks Game 1, Caleb Williams on Madden 27 cover, Sebastian Berhalter joins, Most to Gain

Hosts

Nick Wright
Host of First Things First; lead discussion and discussion framing
Chris Broussard
Co-host; provides analysis, reactions, and perspective
Kevin Wildes
Co-host; engages in debate and banter; roundtable dynamic

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 4.9k ratings
  • Pass

    Podcast Addict
    1
    J Mac
    24 days ago
  • Love This Pod & Show

    1st T/Y For Giving It To s.a.s. he’s A Horrible POS “Officials Referees Stripes Zebras” WHATEVER You Want To Call^THEM^& This Year Especially They’ve Been Horrible Terrible Dwn-Right BAD.! Please Excuse Me But We Have To FN Go There. RACISM Is EVERYWHERE & Because of “maga” AND maga Is EVERYWHERE & Yes NBA NFL etc RACISM Is The Most Dangerous EVIL Thing Ever. I Don’t Believe It’s ALL YT’s But 1-Is Enough To Spoil A Whole Bunch.! 1-🍊Ruining The WORLD. Watching Lakers vs Thunder On Thur 05/07/26 ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    From Another Great Admirer
    United Statesa month ago
  • Where’s Chris Broussard? 👀

    Was that Chris Broussard who took a pop at Trump? Sure as hell looked like him…. 👀

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    frankwhitenyking
    United States2 months ago
  • Positivity

    The reason I love this show so much is because all the others shows on tv, especially on espn are so negative and make me not want to watch sports, this show makes me love sports and I appreciate that!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    49ers legit es foetnite
    United States2 months ago
  • The absolute best show on TV

    The only reason it’s 4 stars is because the person responsible for editing, and posting the podcast takes longer than any other show, which is weird.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Guess that emoji cheats lol
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

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A few comments call for more post-show content or deeper analysis.
Listeners praise chemistry and diverse perspectives among hosts.
Many appreciate the insightful, balanced debates on major sports events.
Fans like the guest selections and cross-sport discussions.
Some feedback notes ad pacing and editing/read timing could improve.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#6
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Apple Podcasts
#41
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#5
United Kingdom/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#8
Canada/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#104
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#208
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Patriots trade for A.J. Brown, Spurs vs Knicks Finals picks, Club Superstar 5.0, Myles Garrett trade
Q: What are the expectations for AJ. Brown with Drake Maye in New England?
The panel believes Brown should uplift Maye by providing a true number one target, improving contested catches and overall ball distribution, which could boost Maye's efficiency and confidence as a young quarterback.
Knicks beat Spurs in Game 1, Alex Rodriguez joins, Russell Wilson retires, BUD List
Q: What do you think about the Knicks' resilience after trailing by 14 late in the third?
The Knicks showed remarkable resolve, sticking to their system, feeding Brunson down the stretch, and getting timely stops; Towns' defense and Hart's energy were crucial in turning the game and landing them the win on the road.
Knicks sweep Cavaliers, Indy 500 Champ Felix Rosenqvist joins, Wemby vs. SGA, King of the Hill
Q: Which team would be the Knicks' best matchup in the Finals depending on who advances?
Analysts suggest the Thunder present the tougher matchup due to elite defense and wings, but injuries could tilt toward the Spurs if health improves; overall, the Knicks would prepare for either by leveraging Brunson's playmaking and Wembanyama's unique defensive calculus.
Knicks comeback vs. Cavs in Game 1, Thunder vs. Spurs Game 2, Landon Donovan joins
Q: What went wrong for the Cavaliers in the final stretch?
A combination of self-inflicted turnovers, defensive lapses, and decision-making by coach Kenny Atkinson that allowed the Knicks to repeatedly capitalize on every stop and pull ahead late.
Cavaliers eliminate Pistons, SGA wins MVP, Aaron Rodgers re-signs with Steelers, Chiefs winners?
Q: Who do you think has the clearer path to the conference finals MVP, Knicks or Cavs?
The Knicks are favored to win the East and Brunson is highlighted as a strong candidate for Eastern Conference Finals MVP, while Donovan Mitchell is also in the mix but Brunson appears to have a clearer, consistent impact in the series path.

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The show features a fast-paced, opinionated sports roundtable led by three veteran hosts who tackle the biggest stories across basketball, football, and broader sports. Episodes mix sharp analysis, cross-sport banter, and guest appearances from top athletes and media figures, with frequent sponsor reads and timely debates on current seasons, playoffs, and major events. The format emphasizes quick takes, quantified fan engagement, and strong chemistry among hosts, making it a reliable destination for fans who want bold perspectives and accessible, hour‑long discussions on the day's top sports topics.

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Recent guests on First Things First include:

1. Mauricio Pochettino
2. Dax McCarty
3. Al Harrington
4. Jose Alvarado
5. Carl Anthony Towns
6. Dylan Harper
7. Kevin O'Connor
8. Sebastian Berhalter

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